Bluffton hearts
& darts

Byline2:

Savannah

Hearts ... to taking time today to remember all those who we lost 10 years ago to vicious acts of terrorism and to those who continue to fight for our country. There are many activities planned around the community to help honor those memories and to continue to pray that our country is safe from terrorist threats and actions.

Darts ... to residents who aren’t neighborly and call the police first before politely bringing to the attention of their neighbors a noise issue or other nuisance. We know it’s hard to tell someone their dog is barking too much or the roosters are annoying, but it sure beats having your neighbor receive a visit from the police and a $500 fine.

Hearts ... to the candidates who filed to run for elected office. Being public servants is never easy and people who volunteer to take up issues and to make our quality of life better are to be commended and congratulated. The candidates give their time and commitment to us as neighbors, taxpayers and good stewards of our money.

Darts ... to the people who don’t report animal abuse and who condone it. Anyone who is cruel to an animal is probably not a human being we want to be around. Animals like dogs are man’s best friend for a reason.

Hearts ... to the United Way of the Lowcountry’s 2011 fundraising campaign that has a goal of $2.8 million — the most ever. The nonprofit serving Beaufort and Jasper counties kicked off its 2011 Annual Community Campaign at Sun City’s Pinckney Hall. Elizabeth Lamkin, the new board chairman, said the measure of success will be in the impact made upon the communities.